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Dorchester County moves to allow veterinary clinics in lower-intensity commercial zones

Dorchester County Council · December 9, 2025
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Summary

County council recommended second reading of an amendment to permit veterinary clinics in Use Group 15B (neighborhood commercial and office/institutional districts) while keeping boarding in more intensive use groups; the change was recommended unanimously.

Dorchester County Council on Dec. 8 voted to recommend second reading of a zoning text amendment that would allow veterinary clinics in lower-intensity commercial districts.

Planning staff told the council the change relocates veterinary clinics from Use Group 17 — a more intensive commercial category that includes auto repair and storage — into Use Group 15B so…

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